Cervivor Podcast

Black women have higher rates of new cervical cancer cases as opposed to other races and ethnicities. With February being Black History Month, we wanted to discuss health disparities amongst black communities and the possible influencing factors. One way to close the gap in the fight against cervical cancer is to make sure our stories are heard. We must continue to talk about HPV, cervical cancer screening and prevention including vaccination, and the stories of those impacted by cervical cancer. Whether through casual conversations with friends or family, questions to our doctors, or quick chats with our children, each conversation can lead to change. Don’t miss this conversation between Cervivor Podcast host, Joslyn Paguio and her two guests, Kimberly Williams, a cervical cancer survivor and patient advocate for Cervivor, Inc., and Julia Neely, Program Manager for the HPV Cancer Prevention Program through St. Jude Children's Research Hospital to learn more about and to understand these disparities. Did you connect with this episode? Share your thoughts with us on social media using #CervivorPodcast or by emailing us.  Are you a cervical cancer patient or survivor? Share your story on our website at Cervivor.org! For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at info@cervivor.org.

For Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, we have a bonus episode for you. In this episode, we interview Dr. Ulf Gyllensten, a molecular geneticist from the University of Uppsala in Sweden, who is a pioneer in HPV and cervical cancer research. His research on the molecular underpinnings of cervical cancer has led to genetic screenings and the development of at-home screenings for HPV. Beyond the podcast, we encourage you to read Dr. Gyllensten's publication list, including: Next Generation Plasma Proteomics Identifies High-Precision Biomarker Candidates for Ovarian Cancer Identification of Candidate Plasma Protein Biomarkers for Cervical Cancer Using the Multiplex Proximity Extension Assay Comparison of vaginal self-sampling and cervical sampling by medical professionals for the detection of HPV and CIN2+: A randomized study Did you connect with this episode? Share your thoughts with us on social media using #CervivorPodcast or by emailing us.  Are you a cervical cancer patient or survivor? Share your story on our website at Cervivor.org! For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at info@cervivor.org.

Happy New Year and welcome to Season 3 of the Cervivor Podcast! We're also wishing everyone a Happy Cervical Cancer Awareness Month! CCAM is a very important month for us as we dedicate the entire month to bringing awareness to cervical cancer, recognizing, celebrating, and remembering that #WeAreCervivor!  In this episode, Cervivor Podcast host, Joslyn Paguio chats with Cervivor Ambassadors Carol Lacey and Karla Chavez about their stories and how their advocacy work is helping to change the narrative in our mission to end cervical cancer.  Did you connect with this episode? Share your thoughts with us on social media using #CervivorPodcast or by emailing us.  Are you a cervical cancer patient or survivor? Share your story on our website at Cervivor.org! For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at info@cervivor.org.

The discovery of the link between HPV and cervical cancer came in the 1980s and the research continues today, with researchers like our featured guest, Dr. Heather Brandt. Tune in to hear about how Dr. Brandt’s research has helped transform the landscape of addressing disparities in cancer prevention and how working with allies and partners has effectively increased HPV vaccination. Dr. Heather Brandt is the director of the HPV Cancer Prevention Program at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and co-associate director for outreach at the St. Jude Comprehensive Cancer Center. She also serves as a full member of the Department of Epidemiology and Cancer Control. She is a faculty affiliate at the University of Memphis School of Public Health and the University of South Carolina Arnold School of Public Health. Beyond the podcast, check out St. Jude’s HPV Cancer Prevention Program. They have a number of campaigns, initiatives, plus online and local events. Join in the conversation by using #CervivorPodcast! For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at info@cervivor.org.

It’s time to get ready for the holidays! In this episode, we have two special guests, Cervivor Founder and Chief Visionary, Tamika Felder and Cervivor Community Engagement Liaison, Morgan Newman, bringing you a little joy and fulfilling your holiday wish list. Join us for a cozy and casual conversation about what we’re thankful for, our holiday traditions, and a little surprise to help you with your holiday shopping. To shop and/or support Cervivor, Inc. visit the online shop or donate on their website. Join in the conversation by using #CervivorPodcast! For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at info@cervivor.org.

This episode dives into the answers you need to know about the HPV vaccine! Tune in to hear this special Q&A session with our host, Joslyn Paguio and our featured guest, Dr. Nathan Boonstra. Dr. Boonstra is a general pediatrician located in Des Moines, Iowa. He is passionate about educating families on the importance of public health and safety, with a focus on childhood immunizations. Beyond the podcast, Dr. Boonstra can be found on Twitter @PedsGeekMD, and on his blog at pedsgeekmd.com. Join in the conversation by using #CervivorPodcast! For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at info@cervivor.org.

What is mindfulness? In this episode, we'll hear from Tara Casagrande, a cervical cancer survivor, a mother of three, and a yoga teacher. Tara was the Founder of Ease Yoga Cafe in Del Ray Alexandria from 2015 to 2020 and is currently enrolled in the first of two years with the Mindfulness and Meditation Teacher Certification Program with Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. Listen to Tara as she shares her personal journey through cervical cancer, motherhood, and her career. You'll also hear some details on an exciting upcoming event! Join in the conversation by using #CervivorPodcast! For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at info@cervivor.org.

The Cervivor Podcast is a platform built for sharing and elevating our stories. Tune in to hear more about our Season 2 podcast host, Joslyn Paguio. Become inspired, learn more about the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), cervical cancer, and hear how Joslyn has used her personal experience to educate others.  Beyond the podcast, read Joslyn's Cervivor story on our website or watch her story on our award-winning YouTube channel, Cervivor TV. Join in the conversation by using #CervivorPodcast. Let us know what you think! For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at info@cervivor.org.

What is resilience?  In this episode, we'll hear from Ashley Stephenson, an author, legal professional, personal development specialist, PCOS fighter, and cervical cancer survivor based in New York City. With over a decade of experience in the legal profession, Ashley’s unique perspective has allowed her to help others with grace and empathy on a path to discovering their own path and destiny. Her work has been featured in the Huffington Post, Google News, multiple FOX, NBC, ABC, and CBS affiliates, and several legal industry magazines. Her book is entitled “Rise Up: Be Resilient Like You’re Running Out of Time." For more information on Ashley and her book check out her website BeResilientBook.com. We're also excited to be raffling off a copy of Ashley's book. To enter the raffle, share about this episode on social media using #CervivorPodcast, and be sure to tag us in the post at @iamcervivor on Twitter and Instagram and Cervivor on Facebook. For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at info@cervivor.org.

What is survivor mode? While we know the physical toll it takes on the body between treatments and surgeries, how do we survive mentally and emotionally to get to the other side? Listen to Jenn Myers in her own words. Jenn is a recurrent, metastatic cervical cancer patient currently receiving a newly FDA-approved drug specific to metastatic cervical cancer after spending 30 months in a Phase 1 clinical trial. Having to leave her career to concentrate on her treatments, Jenn is now dedicated to helping others with cancer diagnoses and was even featured in MD Anderson's Annual Report for her work with online support groups. Jenn is an active member of the Cervivor community, providing support to others and she shares her story to educate people about cervical cancer prevention. Read Jenn’s story at Cervivor.org/stories/jenn/. Join in the conversation by using #CervivorPodcast. Let us know what you think! For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at info@cervivor.org. 

What is Survivor Mode? While we know the physical toll it takes on the body between treatments and surgeries, how do we survive mentally and emotionally to get to the other side? Listen to Jason Mendelsohn's story in his own words.  Jason is the Founder of SupermanHPV.com and an HPV tonsil cancer survivor (otherwise known as oropharyngeal cancer). He is passionate about raising awareness of HPV oropharyngeal cancer, promoting oral cancer screenings, and educating parents about the HPV vaccine as an important means to preventing HPV cancers. Jason has shared his cancer story in over 100 countries and he currently serves on the Executive Board of the Head and Neck Cancer Alliance.   Join in the conversation by using #CervivorPodcast. Let us know what you think! For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at info@cervivor.org.

We’re back! Season 2 of the Cervivor Podcast is moving past the archives. This episode features Cervivor Joslyn Chaiprasert-Paguio. Joslyn was initially diagnosed at the young age of 18 and her journey didn’t stop there, facing two more diagnoses with cervical cancer. Listen to Joslyn’s story and you’ll hear what else you can expect on Season 2 of the Cervivor Podcast Beyond the podcast, read Joslyn’s Cervivor story and watch her CervivorTV episode. For more Cervivor-related content, check out our website at Cervivor.org, our award-winning YouTube channel, CervivorTV, sign up for our newsletter, and be sure to follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed for upcoming Cervivor Podcast episodes or to request content or speakers for future episodes, fill out this form or contact us at info@cervivor.org.

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and the Cervivor Community is reminding you, that it’s time to put yourself first! It’s time to make those screening and vaccination appointments, to put your mental and emotional health first, and to maintain and cultivate relationships with friends, family, and ourselves. It’s time to take care of you in 2022! Join us for a Mindful Minute: In guided imagery, you intentionally think of a peaceful place or scenario. The goal is to promote a calm state through relaxation and mindfulness. The idea is that your body reacts to your own thoughts. For example, when you think about a stressful situation, your body and mind become tense. Your heart rate and blood pressure might increase, and you may feel jittery and unfocused. But if you focus your attention on pleasant scenarios, your mind and body tend to relax. You may feel less tightness and tension in your muscles, while your mind might feel calmer and more at ease. By calming your mind and body, you may be better able to cope with mental, emotional, and physical stress - you build up resilience. Take a moment to sink into this #MindfulMinute read by Psychotherapist and cervical cancer survivor, Jessica M.  For more Cervical Cancer Awareness Month information, visit our website: https://cervivor.org/what-we-do/ccam/. 

Cervivor recorded a series of podcasts featuring cervical cancer survivors who attended our 2017 Cervivor School. They have been sitting in archive, but we are ready to release these never-been-aired episodes. Life is difficult as it is! How do you cope with a cancer diagnosis too? On this episode, listen to our host, Tamika Felder and Dr. Durvasula discusses the complexities of cancer, coping, and relationships. Beyond the podcast, watch Dr. Durvasula's video on our award-winning YouTube channel. For more Cervivor-related content, check out: cervivor.org. If you would like to be interviewed for upcoming Cervivor Podcast episodes contact us at info@cervivor.org.

Cervivor recorded a series of podcasts featuring cervical cancer survivors who attended our 2017 Cervivor School. They have been sitting in archive, but we are ready to release these never-been-aired episodes. What if you were told there was nothing else that can be done to treat your cervical cancer? Would you be able to make peace with it? Lynn Tromp never lost faith. On this episode, you’ll hear our host, Tamika Felder and Lynn talk about her personal cancer story, her clinical trial experience, and navigating healthcare in South Africa. On this episode, you’ll hear our host, Tamika Felder and Lynn talk about her cancer story and what she has found to help her in overcoming her diagnosis. Beyond the podcast read more about Lynn on our website: https://cervivor.org/stories/lynn/. For more Cervivor-related content, check out: cervivor.org. If you would like to be interviewed for upcoming Cervivor Podcast episodes contact us at info@cervivor.org.

Cervivor recorded a series of podcasts featuring cervical cancer survivors who attended our 2017 Cervivor School. They have been sitting in archive, but we are ready to release these never-been-aired episodes. Cancer is a life disrupter! It comes in and uproots your life when you least expect it to. Imagine getting into a car accident and coming out with a cancer diagnosis. This is what happened to Sierra Thetford. On this episode, you’ll hear our host, Tamika Felder and Sierra talk about her unusual story and what she has found to help her in overcoming her diagnosis. Beyond the podcast read more about Sierra on our website: https://cervivor.org/stories/sierra/ and watch her video on our award-winning YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/ZZ-5mAczjpQ. For more Cervivor-related content, check out: cervivor.org. If you would like to be interviewed for upcoming Cervivor Podcast episodes contact us at info@cervivor.org.

Cervivor recorded a series of podcasts featuring cervical cancer survivors who attended our 2017 Cervivor School. They have been sitting in archive, but we are ready to release these never-been-aired episodes. The next archived episode is with guest Lisa Moore. Lisa was diagnosed with stage IBI cervical cancer at the young age of 25. Knowing that she was dying from cervical cancer, Lisa attended Cervivor School anyways. She was dedicated to sharing her story until the very end. Lisa made it a point to talk about death even though it can be uncomfortable. Listen to Lisa in her own words from 2017. For more Cervivor-related content, check out: cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed for upcoming Cervivor Podcast episodes contact us at info@cervivor.org.

Cervivor recorded a series of podcasts featuring cervical cancer survivors who attended our 2017 Cervivor School. They have been sitting in archive, but we are ready to release these never-been-aired podcasts. The next archived episode is with guest Teolita Rickenbacker. She was diagnosed with stage IV cervical cancer at the age of 34. Teolita became a Cervivor Ambassador and learned how to share her story through attending Cervivor School. Listen to Teolita in her own words from 2017. This episode is filled with faith and will leave you feeling inspired by Teolita’s words. For more Cervivor-related content, check out: cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms: @IamCervivor. If you would like to be interviewed for upcoming Cervivor Podcast episodes contact us at info@cervivor.org.

Cervivor recorded a series of podcasts featuring cervical cancer survivors who attended our 2017 Cervivor School. They have been sitting in archive, but we are ready to release these never-been-aired podcasts. The next archived episode is with guest Heather Banks. She was diagnosed with stage III cervical cancer at the age of 32. She had a 3 year old daughter and a 3 month old son. That did not stop Heather from advocating with Cervivor as she became our Lead Cervivor Educator - bringing educational opportunities to our community through Cervivor School. Listen to Heather tell her story from back in 2017. This episode is filled with facts about lymphedema and Heather’s passion for education in cancer advocacy. For more Cervivor-related content, check out: cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms: @IamCervivor. If you would like to be interviewed for upcoming Cervivor Podcast episodes contact us at info@cervivor.org.

Cervivor recorded a series of podcasts featuring cervical cancer survivors who attended our 2017 Cervivor School. They have been sitting in archive, but we are ready to release these never-been-aired podcasts. The next archived episode is with guest Erica Frazier Stum. She was initially diagnosed with stage IB2 cervical cancer and then faced a metastatic recurrence later on. That did not stop Erica from advocating with Cervivor and she became our Lead Cervivor Ambassador. Hear Erica discuss her survivorship back in 2017. This episode is filled with laughter, leadership, and spunk. For more Cervivor-related content, check out: https://cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms: @IamCervivor. If you would like to be interviewed for upcoming Cervivor Podcast episodes contact us at info@cervivor.org.

Cervivor recorded a series of podcasts featuring cervical cancer survivors who attended our 2017 Cervivor School. They have been sitting in archive, but we are ready to release these never-been-aired podcasts. The first podcast in the series will be guest Holly Lawson. She was diagnosed with stage II cervical cancer and was motivated to become a patient advocate. Hear Holly in her own words back in 2017. This episode is filled with motivation and humor. For more Cervivor-related content, check out: https://www.cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms: @IamCervivor. If you would like to be interviewed for upcoming Cervivor Podcast episodes contact us at info@cervivor.org.

This podcast is a platform to lend support. To share our stories. To spread awareness and to create the change that we want to see. Ending cervical cancer is within our reach, so we are continuing to shine a very bright light on this cause. These episodes are packed with education, personal experiences, humor, and much, much more. If you would like to be interviewed for upcoming Cervivor Podcast episodes contact us at info@cervivor.org.